Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist travel assignment in a corrections setting based in Mount Olive, North Carolina. Start date: 04/13/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Weekly pay: $2,316 to $2,347 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: 08:00–16:30, Monday through Friday (5x8 days). This is a travel temporary assignment.

Key Highlights
- Start date: 04/13/2026
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly pay: $2,316 - $2,347 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Shift: 08:00–16:30, Monday–Friday
- Setting: Corrections (travel assignment)

Responsibilities
- Conduct initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients to determine PT needs within the correctional setting.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional capacity.
- Administer evidence-based therapeutic interventions and modalities as appropriate to patient goals.
- Reassess progress regularly, adjust treatment plans, and document outcomes in the patient health record.
- Communicate and collaborate with nursing, medical, and rehabilitation teams to coordinate care and ensure safety and continuity.

Requirements
- Active physical therapy license in North Carolina or eligibility for licensure by endorsement.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience; corrections or acute rehab experience preferred.
- Ability to work effectively in a correctional facility environment and adhere to facility policies and privacy requirements.

Benefits and Support
- 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed hours.
- Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including onboarding and credentialing coordination.
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment.
- Credentialing assistance to facilitate a timely start.
- Potential extension opportunities based on performance and staffing needs.

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Ongoing contract, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work

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